Sericoside

INCI: SERICOSIDE (ACTIVE TRITERPENOID SAPONIN); TYPICALLY DECLARED AS TERMINALIA SERICEA BARK/ROOT EXTRACT IN FORMULATIONS [^1_9]

CAS Number
19895-95-5 (PubChem CID 76972524) [^1_8]
Function
Anti-aging active — boosts collagen production, increases firmness/elasticity, reduces eye bags and dark circles [^1_10][^1_11]
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted for cosmetic use; no specific CIR monograph on sericoside as isolated compound

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Limited independent toxicological data as isolated compound; reliance on supplier safety dossiers [^1_11]

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sericoside safe in cosmetics?

Limited independent toxicological data as isolated compound; reliance on supplier safety dossiers [^1_11] The EU classifies Sericoside as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Sericoside allowed in the EU?

Sericoside EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Sericoside do in cosmetics?

Sericoside functions as: Anti-aging active — boosts collagen production, increases firmness/elasticity, reduces eye bags and dark circles [^1_10][^1_11]. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 19895-95-5 (PubChem CID 76972524) [^1_8].

What is the Margin of Safety for Sericoside?

adequate The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.

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